

The third beta, which according to the programmers featured zombies, was not presented to the public. An extended video of this beta is featured on Biohazard 4 Secret DVD, where we can also see the Killer's Armors still present in the final game on Ashley’s stage.Īlthough the last beta seemed to be the most promising and polished version yet, Capcom decided to scrap the beta and start over again. In this new trailer, Leon (who still had some strange power) was inside a mansion infested with some strange presence, notably a strong creature with a hook (given the name 'Hookman' in one video). This version presented had different features and a new emphasis on the supernatural that seemed to bring the game closer to Silent Hill. Moreover, Leon would have probably been infected and possibly wielded supernatural powers.Īt E3 2003, Resident Evil 4 was shown again. The few words spoken in the trailer were about the Cradle of the Progenitor Virus, and apparently, the story centered on the assault of our heroes to Umbrella Europe. The first beta showed Leon in a metallic structure (later confirmed for the setting to be on an airship). It was stated that the beta for the first build was "too action orientated" and thus it was scrapped. Due to conflicts with the writing staff, Capcom took the assets from the first build of Resident Evil 4 and made it into Devil May Cry. The game was originally slated to be released on the PlayStation 2 in 2001. Resident Evil 4 had a troubled development cycle.
